Russia has launched one of its most intense attacks of the year on Ukraine — striking cities, killing civilians, and escalating the war.

At the same time, global attention and resources are shifting toward the conflict with Iran. Ukraine has warned that this shift is leaving it short on critical air defenses needed to stop these attacks. 

This creates a dangerous opening.

When focus drifts, Vladimir Putin advances. The longer attention is divided, the greater the risk that Russia gains ground while Ukraine struggles to defend its people.

This is happening now.

We are calling on President Trump and the Department of Defense to refocus on Ukraine, restore full support, and ensure that Russia is not allowed to take advantage of this moment.

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